Pumpkin Spice Beverage Variations

This time of year I think we can all admit to falling under the Pumpkin Spice spell. Lattes, muffins, cakes, hot cereal and more – all magically infused with those sweet fall flavors, lovingly known a “Pumpkin Spice.” The most popular of the pumpkin spice offerings is probably the latte – or the Pumpkin Spice beverage in general. And when you are not shelling out money to Starbucks, you can easily re-create a warm mug of pumpkin-y bliss at home. Here are a few easy and delicious variations for Pumpkin Spice Beverages..

The Basics. The basic way to blend some pumpkin spice flavor into your beverage is by adding pumpkin puree + pumpkin pie spice. You can add them to taste. For beverages, you may want to look out for pumpkin puree from a box. See this post for details.

Chocolate. You might not think pumpkin and chocolate pair well together – but they certainly do! Try a pumpkin spice hot chocolate or mocha and see if the flavors entice your taste buds!

Ice it. Toss your pumpkin spice latte over some ice for a cool version – fit for a sunny fall day, or simply too much time lounging in front of a crackling fall fireplace.

Not Milk. Get creative with your latte by trying a wide variety of “milks” including dairy free versions – soy, homemade cashew and almond milks can create creamy rich dairy-free versions. You can also try coconut milk or rice milk. Soy Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe on Healthy. Happy. Life.

Shake it. Feeling all hot and bothered and not really in the mood for a ‘hot’ pumpkin spice sip? Blend up a creamy dessert shake. Who says fall weather can’t include a few frosty sips? Pumpkin Spice Shake recipe on Healthy. Happy. Life.

Whip it. Adding “whip” may add calories, but it also adds a decadence that you may crave. For dairy-free whip, try soy, rice and even coconut whip. Recipe for coconut whip on Healthy. Happy. Life. or try this Vanilla Coconut Cream Latte – which you could easily infuse with some pumpkin spice flavor.

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